| Hypersomatotropism | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Acromegaly |
| Specialty | Endocrinology |
| Symptoms | Diabetes mellitus, acromegaly |
| Types | Tumour, oestrous, progestogen |
| Causes | Excessive growth hormone secretion |
| Risk factors | Older intact bitches, older cats. |
| Diagnostic method | Radiography, ultrasound, CT/MRI, Hormonal levels |
| Differential diagnosis | Hyperadrenocorticism, hypothyroidism |
| Treatment | Surgery, insulin therapy, radiotherapy, aglepristone |
Hypersomatotropism, also known as acromegaly, is an endocrine disorder caused by excessive growth hormone production in cats and dogs.